Stifel Nicolaus lowered its price target on Altria Group (MO) by $4 to $68, citing higher-than-expected operating costs. Despite near-term headwinds, the firm reaffirmed its Buy rating, pointing to the tobacco giant's resilient dividend profile and long-term earnings guidance.
Eastern Bankshares (EBC) concludes a transformative year, reporting full-year 2025 results, affirming its dividend, and completing a share repurchase. The moves have propelled its stock, raising questions about its valuation amidst a shifting banking landscape.
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation announces a dividend increase to $0.165 per share, as strong earnings growth and a sustainable payout ratio paint an optimistic financial picture for the Houston-based independent producer.
The private equity giant announced a dividend increase to $1.49 per share, pushing its yield above the industry average. While future earnings projections are robust, analysts flag concerns over the current payout ratio and the firm's mixed dividend history.
Amid a cautiously recovering Eurozone economy, dividend-paying stocks are gaining attention from investors seeking reliable income and a buffer against market volatility. We analyze three standout European companies offering compelling yield and value.
The asset manager declares a $0.03 per share payout, with its dividend yield sitting below industry average as a rising stock price and robust earnings growth paint a complex picture for income-focused investors.
As Europe's markets navigate a fragile recovery, investors are turning to dividend-paying stocks for income and resilience. We examine three companies offering attractive yields, weighing their potential against underlying financial risks.
Amidst a backdrop of steady interest rates and cautious global growth, Asian dividend-paying companies offer investors a potential harbor. We examine three firms from across the region balancing yield with operational resilience.
As regional stock markets face headwinds from easing oil prices and shifting geopolitics, income-focused investors are turning to dividend-paying companies for stability and yield. We examine three high-yield opportunities across the textile, banking, and financial sectors.
As a significant equity rotation takes hold in early 2026, shifting focus from growth to value, dividend-focused ETFs are emerging as key beneficiaries for investors seeking yield and stability.
While Arbor Realty Trust offers shareholders clarity on favorable tax treatment for 2025 dividends, analysts remain focused on a deteriorating earnings outlook and a 'Strong Sell' rating, casting doubt on the stock's near-term prospects.
Alm. Brand A/S posts robust Q4 2025 results, with net income soaring to DKK 337 million and proposing a record dividend. While underlining its shareholder return strategy, the market grapples with valuation concerns and execution risks in a softening share price environment.
Shares of consumer goods giant Church & Dwight (CHD) climbed nearly 5% following the release of strong annual results and an optimistic sales forecast, coupled with its 30th consecutive annual dividend increase.
As tech volatility reshuffles investor priorities in early 2026, a screen for strength and analyst conviction highlights three dividend payers—from lithium to offshore drilling—that are already setting the pace.
As Visa prepares to report its first-quarter results, investors are weighing its dividend strategy against earnings expectations. We break down the capital required to generate targeted monthly income from its payouts and what moving parts could affect the yield.
Buoyed by all-time high revenue, Stifel Financial announces a dividend increase and a 3-for-2 stock split, signaling confidence after a period of robust advisor growth and institutional business recovery.
Littelfuse shares rallied sharply following the closure of its Basler Electric acquisition, alongside stronger-than-expected Q1 2026 sales guidance and a new dividend declaration, despite posting a significant net loss for Q4 2025.
While Nvidia's stock has been a powerhouse of the AI revolution, investors seeking meaningful dividend income face a daunting math problem. We break down the numbers and what they reveal about the chipmaker's priorities.
While Riverview Rubber Estates Berhad's share price has declined 12% over three years, trailing the broader market's 26% gain, its total shareholder return tells a more nuanced story. Including dividends, investors would have seen a modest 1.9% return, highlighting the critical role of income in long-term portfolio performance.
At its Annual General Meeting, Thyssenkrupp secured shareholder approval for a €0.15 per share dividend and detailed progress on its pivot to a holding structure, even as it navigates a costly 'year of implementation' with restructuring ahead.
